Unit 2 The universal language Integrated skills 课件-2023-2024学年高中英语译林版(2020)选择性必修第一册

Integrated skills (2) Speaking and writing Unit 2 The universal language In this lesson, you are going to: talk about their favourite singer or band; write an article about their favourite singer or band. Who is your favourite singer or band？Why do you like them? Lead-in In pairs, talk about your favourite singer or band. Use the following questions and expressions to help you. Speaking Asking for further information Could you tell me more about ...? I wonder if you could say more about ... I’d like to know more about ... Could you tell me something about that? I’m really interested in ... Could you tell me a little bit more? Useful expressions • Who is your favourite singer or band? • What do you like about the singer or band? • What are your favourite songs by the singer or band? How do you feel when you listen to them? • What are the highlights of the singer’s or band’s music career? • Can you think of a memorable time when you listened to the singer’s or band’s songs? What was it like? Useful questions Sample A: My favourite singer is Michael Jackson. Have you heard of him? B: Yes, I have! He is a world-famous singer. A: Right. He started his music career at an early age and devoted his life to his music. He’s definitely the “King of Pop”! B: I see. I’m really interested in how he got the title “King of Pop”. Could you tell me a little bit more? A: Of course. His music appealed to a wide range of audiences, so he gained generations of fans over the years, earning him the title of “King of Pop”. B: That’s great! I know he created a lot of successful songs. Could you tell me more about them? A: Sure. In 1982, he released the world’s bestselling album of all time, Thriller! It includes the popular songs “Billie Jean”, “Beat It” and of course “Thriller”. B: I’ve heard “Beat It” before. The beat always gets the feet tapping. A: Exactly! I still recall the first time I heard it. I felt amazed at the catchy signature sounds he’s famous for. My parents are big fan